Nationalism and the Prelude to War

This chapter explores the complexities of nationalism in Eastern Europe, particularly within the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and its impact on identity and ethnic relations leading up to World War I. The narrative examines the role of Serbia and its nationalist aspirations as a significant threat to the empire's stability, culminating in the assassination of Archduke Ferdinand. Additionally, it discusses the geopolitical dynamics involving Germany, Russia, and Britain, spotlighting how these factors intertwined to shape the onset of the Great War.